Stay for the festival

Hotels in Chicago around 30 April to 2 May 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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Editor's tip. Chinatown is a ten minute ride from McCormick and keeps serving long after the show floor closes.

Plan the days around it

Eat your way around Chicago while you are in town

C2E2 (Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo) runs 30 April to 2 May. These are the food tours and tastings in Chicago to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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